How to paint absolutely anything in watercolour!

[@Eibmozluver]

This would have taken me all day. 😅 Just lovely. I have those brushes, and I love them. I'm a newbie at Watercolor, but those brushes have helped me quite a bit. I like every Meeden product I've gotten so far. I absolutely love their palettes. I'm definitely going to give this one a go. I love it! Also....you cat is GORGEOUS!!!! I love the little mew, mews at the end. I have a siamese as well. Wonderful cats. ❤❤❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much for your lovely comments! We have two of those cats and they are the soppiest things! We were lucky to get them - they were abandoned in the dustbin at the vets and we were able to rehome them. So glad you are enjoying the Meeden products. I think they are very good value for money!

[@pennyyoung901]

Thank you for making your sketches dark so that it's easy to see!

[@melkilgore]

If there was a book with all of your sketches printed on watercolor paper, I’d buy it!

[@Rebecca-qx1et]

What a great idea.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

If we can find the time, we would love to create that. Do you know anywhere I can get myself cloned? Actually, it’s not me, I need to get Tamsin cloned! Maybe we might be able to get round to it soon - it’s a very good idea!

[@ReneeW59]

@@DianeAntoneStudio I love this idea! If you do, could you do the book spiral bound?

[@juliehenderson7978]

Great idea

[@LouiseArt]

Great idea 😊

[@bevc8306]

I didn’t want this video to finish. Your painted Rooster was beautiful and I could have seen him strutting off the page. Then you showed us Gabriel, and your beautiful pussycat. My arms were twitching to rub his little belly. So gorgeous. Thank you so much Diane. I feel so relaxed. ❤️❤️❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Bev, that’s really sweet of you to say!

[@katherinestobbe5556]

What a handsome rooster…beautifully painted! Thankyou, Diane! ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome! Thanks so much for commenting!

[@tammyfowler6416]

I am thankful that you share sketches for us that do not draw. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You’re so welcome!

[@ann-ingridhelik3056]

Every time you paint an animal i think "ohh that's my favourite ' and you did it again,! Have a good weekend👌

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! You too!

[@CarolM98632]

I love hearing your rooster when you are creating your video. Always puts a smile on my face.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Mine too!

[@conniejenskindsfather979]

Looks like he could really strut his stuff! Gorgeous bird.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@alichtenwalter]

Thanks Diane, I love your farm. Your kitty looks beautiful. The watercolor rooster is awesome. Christmas chickens would be great. Thanks fir your time sharing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much !❤️

[@lucychild2445]

I love this cockerel...such a personality to him. And the way you put in the feathers and his tail - so free and easy ( at least that’s how you make it look!). Thank you for your constant inspiration... 😁🙏

[@tavenchristensen3157]

That is a GREAT painting Diane. Every time I watch you paint, I’m amazed at how easy you paint such a lovely pice of art!! You’re a natural. Love your kitty too. ♥️ THANKYOU Diane

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@bonnieodonnell2780]

Good morning Diane. I hope you’re feeling alright. Drink lots of water. I’m in rural NE British Columbia, Canada and have been following you for a long time. I thoroughly enjoy your gibber gabber and your whimsical paintings. Take care of yourself.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Good morning! I will!!

[@carol5872]

Diane that is the best! So quick and carefree. That’s for the inspiration and sharing your talent!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@gailsimon8407]

Footy bits....I love it!

[@cindykirby7673]

Love this. We have 4 roosters and they drive me nuts.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Four roosters is four roosters too many! We love ours, but we found even two was a challenge!

[@malgozata1875]

Hello Diane, thank you for sharing your rooster, Gabriel with us. I know that he seems a nuissance, but honestly, living in a big city, I LOVE rooster calls (some of our Cuban neighbors keep roosters and chickens even in the city. HURRAY!) The rooster calls remind me of being in the countryside, surrounded by nature, away from loud noises of my younger neighbors refer to as "music" and all of the machinery of my other obssessive neighbors who are constantly manicuring their front lawns and unnecessarily cutting the few trees we have in the city and all the loud noises of traffic, etc. I find nature sounds very relaxing. So, please give Gabriel a big kiss from me. But I agree, he needs to be separated from the hens. They deserve peace. And, thank you for a great idea. Recently I bought a rooster lamp, all in cream color and have been debating about how to paint it. I love your choice of colors. I shall revisit it when I am ready to paint my rooster lamp. I hope that you don't mind me "copying" from you. And, thank you for the footage of your yard, cat and Gabriel.... I really enjoyed it. Hugs, Eve

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Eve, thanks so much for your lovely message! I don’t really mind Gabriels noise. He doesn’t keep me awake at night! He does crow in the middle of the night though which is a bit strange! So glad you enjoyed the video, it’s one of my favourite subjects to paint, I think I must’ve done 100 of these roosters!

[@susansullivan5203]

Diane, my Granny once told me, that in order to be a good cook, "every kitchen needs a Rooster in it ". Well, I have enough in my kitchen, but im going to attempt to paint this and frame it for my wall. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

So true! Have fun Susan!

[@lynnepurtle6965]

Wonderful tutorial. I can’t wait to try it with my new Meeden paints and palette!

[@niennanin]

Oh, Gabriel is so handsome and your cat is gorgeous! Thanks for the colorful rooster turorial, Diane! ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@niennanin]

@_DianeAntoneStudio i didn’t know about the contest!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

This is spam niennanin. Please ignore.

[@niennanin]

@@DianeAntoneStudio yes, that’s what i thought. Thanks, Diane

[@lindapugh4778]

He’s so handsome!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Linda, hopefully you will win the giveaway but that was spam from a fake account. I was hoping it wouldn’t happen but I have heard that giveaways bring spammers out of the woodwork. We will inform winners by email. And on here you can look out for the verified badge next to my name to be sure it’s me!!

[@lindapugh4778]

@@DianeAntoneStudio I thought it was scammers but wanted it to be true!😉 maybe they should use those brains to do something positive and good!

[@carolyndaughton3373]

I love the vibrant colors of this rooster, his kind eye, and those legs....wow...those legs are everything! Yes, on the chicken cards please! Here's a good expression for you..."Birds of a feather flock together." Just like your adoring fans flock to Miss Diane! XO

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Carolyn - always a pleasure to hear from you ❤️👍

[@beverleycooper1206]

Love the Rooster! Love how he’s strutting his stuff! ❤❤❤❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Beverley, appreciate your comments so much!

[@sherrillmccullough8380]

Love this “ cockerel”. The color palette used is wonderful…so vibrant…your instruction and the way you handle your brushes is exquisite!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@vivdawson5953]

Absolutely fabulous ….. so vibrant ….. lovely to watch the whole video just now on a very hot evening here in England……. I will look forward to having a go at it as soon as possible (when I am feeling cooler )….. loved the cat and cockerel just at the end too🤗…… I might just add that you do keep me sane in this world that we all live in 🤪👍

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it! Terribly hot here too, not sure I’m going to sleep well tonight!

[@juditszepessy8936]

I love this proud, kind and brlilliantly coloured rooster!

[@sheilalitson9222]

I love this so much. Thank you Diane. I will be doing this one!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful!

[@borleyboo5613]

Well, he’s a very handsome boy indeed. I’m definitely going to have a go at this one. Love him, and I love hearing Gabriel crowing in the background. Yes, it’s been very hot here in England as well. Very unseasonably hot. Thank you, Diane for another lovely tutorial. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much for your kind words and so glad you are enjoying the channel ❤️

[@BlackSwanJournal]

My husband and I are new subscribers. We love you! So far we’ve painted your Parisian shops… as a professional gardener myself, I agree with you, shops should have lovely gardens! Now we will give this lovely one a go. Thank you.🐴

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Karen, and a warm welcome to you and your husband to the channel! So glad you are enjoying the videos! I hope you have fun with this rooster - he is a favourite of mine, and I know you’ll enjoy him! Welcome again and thanks so much for subscribing and commenting- it means a great deal to us! ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Please ignore any comment about giveaway prize. It’s spam.

[@BlackSwanJournal]

We are so incredibly grateful for you. Thank you :)))@@DianeAntoneStudio

[@BlackSwanJournal]

Isn't it awful to deal with🤨@@DianeAntoneStudio

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

@@BlackSwanJournal yes it’s very annoying, especially as I am worried about people being upset and thinking that I’m trying to mislead them. That’s what upsets me about it!

[@janiceisenberg499]

Love the rooster. So bright and cheerful

[@pattis3957]

I think I could hear your rooster crow while you were painting the oak leaves! He must approve of your painting - which is delightful, and it is so much fun to watch your inspiring techniques. Thank you for sharing your expertise, Diane!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Patti - yes, I think Gabriel was quite happy with the painting!

[@JenniferTice-k2z]

What a superb video! Love the painting - the rooster has so much personality! He just jumps off the page. Gabriel is a hoot - his strut is just the best. I want to give lots of tummy rubs to your beautiful kitty! We have 2 Siamese and they are quite wonderful. I always love to see your menagerie and beautiful farm. Thank you so much for sharing your special talents with us. You are truly a special person!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much for your lovely, kind comments! You give me a warm feeling inside when I read those words! So glad you are enjoying the videos and the glimpses of our farm, sending love Diane XXX

[@kathf2932]

Hello Diane, I have been watching your KZbin videos for a short time now and learning so much about watercolor painting! I am new at this, but already done some pretty good watercolor paintings! So grateful for your expert and easy to follow videos and advice. I shall be following along and enjoying all your work and teaching! Thank You!

[@amandaterrio4823]

I have learned so much from her too. She’s wonderful! Welcome to the group. Happy painting!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@michelzabethmills]

So love chooks … love it 😍

[@dpashaian8272]

Perfect colors for fall

[@dpashaian8272]

@_DianeAntoneStudio What??? Are you serious 😮?

[@jodirankin5901]

How funny that Gabriel was crowing while you were painting! Thank you for sharing!

[@jodirankin5901]

@_DianeAntoneStudio Really?

[@jodirankin5901]

Hi, sorry about that "really". I got a strange text in this thread that said I won something.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes, it’s a spammer. We’ve reported it, and I apologise for the intrusion, it had nothing to do with me at all, or the competition.

[@jodirankin5901]

@@DianeAntoneStudio I had a feeling!

[@cindyhorton6980]

I don't have one in my kitchen but I love a beautiful, brightly painted chicken! Doesn't seem very hard, I think I will give it a go!! Thank you! ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You can do it!

[@cindyhorton6980]

@_DianeAntoneStudio Me????

[@cindyhorton6980]

What do I do??? Lolol

[@cindyhorton6980]

Should I give you my full name and address??

[@cindyhorton6980]

I'm so freaked and excited, I've never been picked for anything like this!!

[@ReneeW59]

I love this, Diane! It reminds me of your older videos. I'm one who loves chickens. Used to have a few at one time.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

That is awesome!

[@ReneeW59]

@_DianeAntoneStudio Really?!

[@coletteg.4548]

He’s a handsome rooster ❣️

[@FrancoiseButler-vx1cs]

Dear diane i love your paintings your videos and to listen all your explainations , but to see the place you live with the chikens and that very nice cut and the egg , that is the best of all . Is it somewhere in France? Thank you for all this joy you share with us all outsidethere . Francoise in marseille 74 years old

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Bonsoir Françoise, merci beaucoup pour vos gentils mots ! Oui, j’habite en France, en effet je suis en Finistère en plein milieu de la campagne ! J’habite ici depuis 20 ans. Je vous remercie pour votre message et je suis très heureuse que vous aimez la chaîne, bonne continuation avec la peinture en aquarelle!!! Diane xxx

[@gloriamoline678]

Very nice

[@lilymorales5922]

What s gorgeous painting! Those colors you added are beautiful. Your real chicken or rooster is beautiful.

[@delphinewood7519]

A lovely piece! Always enjoy seeing your real animals, too. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you too!

[@dreamalamb4259]

Wonderful rooster painting. ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@juliesanger4488]

Fun painting. Thoroughly enjoyed this one. And love how all your animals engage with each other! ❤

[@Ann-ey1tw]

Love this painting and your gorgeous creatures!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@wimjanssen2181]

My 30 th. When I saw the picture of the cockerel I immediately wanted to watch the video. What a gift. I like the " Spanish " way of color use: so bright, this is why I love watercolor, playing with color and creating something joyful. One can see the confidence of your many years of painting, very powerful direct strokes, to the point, playful and surprisingly blending . Your bonus was very nice too, a little story with a happy egg / end. Thanks for sharing your moments of joy . Have a nice live Wim 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Good evening Wim, and thank you again for your lovely comments! I do hope you have fun trying out this Cockerel - it’s not as hard as it looks! Thanking you again for your support, see you again tomorrow for 31!

[@patriciamcpherson4667]

I remember that one. I'm glad you are painting it again.

[@lindakuck5981]

What a sweet cat 😊

[@jannissen8146]

I love it!! Beautiful colors! It’s so fun to see your animals, too. Thanks

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@bridgetburdette9037]

I am in love ❤️ with this rooster 🐓 I named him Rico the rooster thank you for the tutorial

[@anjikauffman6416]

"XL" means "Extra Large"! It is 'jolly hot' here in Minnesota too! 🔥 Fun, fun, fun painting of a terrific little fellow! ❤️

[@paulabeaulieu52]

I loved your painting! And Thank you for letting us see your chickens and cat! I just lost a cat that's identical to yours. His name was Maurice, he was 17 yrs old. It was like having a nice visit with him again. And I loved the sound of your chicken family! What a sound! It calmed my heart.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Sorry to hear that you lost your Maurice - we once had a cat with the same name! So glad you enjoyed the video and cats and chickens!

[@juditszepessy8936]

I am now quite late to your videos, Diane because of the time difference and my work schedule. Better be late than never. 💕

[@susantwitchell163]

Watching you paint is so relaxing!

[@anniefaint6373]

Your cockerel is a beauty , lovely colouring, I remember once I went to a place called Winpole and we went in the farm ! It’s a national trust place , and we saw these turkeys and the main boy , Wow what a beautiful boy he was , his colouring was all different, blues , greens and turquoise, and with the sun shining on him he shimmered ,,Fabulous,,,,,xxxxx lol 😆 ❤

[@gailholter9998]

I love love it. Love the colors!

[@DottieGreco-g4f]

Love it, Diane! The colors are wonderful. Your brush strokes seemed effortless in creating his feathering. Really enjoyed the finale too! - Dottie

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it!

[@christinekallaras5131]

Diane what a lovely painting, and you have a wonderful lifestyle with your animals. I'm so envious. Bless you Diane xx

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! You too!

[@sandythompson214]

I have chickens and love them, so this rooster is just beautiful to me. Thank you Diane.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome, so glad you enjoyed him, thanks so much for commenting!

[@lisaturner2871]

An ode to Gabriel. ❤

[@deborahbovee9468]

The confidence in your movement is inspiring..Gorgeous cat..

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@Rebecca-qx1et]

Since youtube won't let us edit comments anymore I wanted to also say that I think the chicken Christmas cards would be so much fun. 😊

[@lynnej7219]

Handsome lad, beautiful painting. Thank you. Love it

[@mdsjds]

We have backyard chickens (and goats😁)! I love everything about this tutorial. From your effortless, whimsical style, the simplicity of the supplies, to your subject matter, you've quickly become one of my favorite watercolor channels!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much! 😊 I’m so glad to hear that, and thanks so much for commenting xxx

[@jeaniemiller1929]

This is a gorgeous painting of Gabriel (love the name!) The colors a just stunning! Thank you Diane! As always a beautiful painting.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome!

[@jeaniemiller1929]

Wow! Thank you Diane! I'm so surprised and I didn't know there was a giveaway contest :)@_DianeAntoneStudio

[@estelalozdon6096]

I love this rooster!

[@Barbara-fy8cs]

Christmas chickens sounds fun! I've been playing with colored pencil backgrounds by turning the pencil tip to dust and rubbing it in. Works nicely.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Great idea!!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

This is lovely and lively, too! I also loved the cat and cockerel, Gabriel at the end! Thank you, Diane!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@posiesutton2009]

Hello my friend! Now you have my brain thinking of all the expressions foul related! This fine fellow is cheerful and. Lovely! Show it to Gabriel…….maybe he will lighten up on the crowing! XXXX❤️❤️❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

No chance! He’s having a crowing fit at the moment in the back garden!

[@deirdrelewis1454]

That is absolutely gorgeous! The colours are fantastic. I’m too nervous to try anything this ambitious. Pity…I have a friend who would LOVE this chicken.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You can do it! If you download the traceable and make a copy of it for yourself, I think you’ll find it’s reasonably easy to paint. Some of the best chickens are the ones that are done in the simplest way. I bet your friend would love your chicken!

[@juditszepessy8936]

I learn a lot from how you mix colours.

[@lynnburns3715]

How lovely! And the video of your yard and animals at the end was precious!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it Lynn!

[@jmontoya6661]

This was lovely Diane, really enjoyed it, thank you!

[@deborahrabine9956]

He is so lovely! Many friends in our suburban area have backyard chickens including our attorney who has a large yard and raises all types of fowl. Roosters are prohibited because of all the noise they create but I like to hear them. When we stayed in the Florida Keys, there was a rooster that came to visit every morning and was our alarm clock. I think I will paint this for our chicken-loving friends.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Shame about the rules which inhibit people from living normal lives. I know Gabriel is quite noisy but you get used to him, he just crows like any of the other birds around and about!

[@momofjbsl]

Such fun! I think I need to practice more because I would like to be able to get your effects.

[@christinehaagensen5803]

Wow, it is beautyfull❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! 😊

[@Ga-qn6sx]

How wonderful 👍👍Love him!

[@valeriecarter5475]

What a great subject your Rooster as we call them in the U.S. However, in my experience the cat always has to be at the center of everything and have the last word 🙂 Blessings

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

We have five cats, and they all want to be in the centre of attention all the time! It can lead to interesting events!

[@Weissguys6]

The sketches and the “permission” in my mind to trace has been the best thing to get me going with my paints! I have a rascally rooster (the American term) as well….. so happy for this painting. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Love that!

[@Weissguys6]

Gabriel at the end going to check on his “women” was great. I adore my chickens!!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Exactly! The minute he heard one of the ladies cackling, he knew there must be an egg around somewhere!

[@terrirocheleau2504]

I would also buy a book of all your sketches. Hint,hint 😊

[@moppeliini6614]

you have indeed handsome rooster. And cat with so beautiful blue eyes..🥰

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@irisfan001]

Beautiful painting! Love the colors you used to paint the rooster. Loved seeing Gabriel and your kitty at the end of the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@friedaschnell3729]

Very nice work! You have quite the handsome rooster! Love that you share your animals. 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@pattymcclung3300]

I loved everything about this video!! Thank you for sharing a bit of your outdoors.

[@patriciahorelick6450]

This is really lovely and lively, too!

[@ingerdegrow]

love this rooster!!

[@gloriamoline678]

Ordered Meeden pad and a palette for $30. Not bad! And 10% off...thank you Diane!

[@gloriamoline678]

@_DianeAntoneStudio really???!

[@theresawilkinson1303]

Fantastic love the brightness of the colours

[@kassiedavidson-tooby6047]

Love him! Xxx

[@janevincent7103]

someone probably told you already, but in America we call the male "chicken", a rooster. I love these vibrant colors, the wonderful sound of beautiful different birds outdoors, and my sister would have dearly loved the rooster in her kitchen. I have said don't count your chickens until they hatch my who life along with the others words you've mentioned. How relaxing watching this gorgeous painting. XOJANE

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes, we call them roosters here as well as cockerels, chickens is for both genders and hen is for female only!

[@AnnS-ix9sz]

Gabriel is wonderful. Great to watch the basic palette become so many lush colors. Enjoyed seeing how you added light and dark elements. Definitely my next challenge. Christmas chickens sound like fun. Hope you get the time to make that video. I see another rooster in my future. Thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@denisezimmer8569]

Your roosters are one of my favorites. He's lovely! Thank you for all the information and instruction. Must remember to order my Meeden supplies for Christmas! (Gabriel looks to be so cheeky! But thanks for the eggs buddy!)

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Our pleasure!

[@Galbereth]

Gabriel is such a handsome cockerel!! And what a lovely Siamese puss-cat! Your painting is gorgeous, Diane. You have the loose wrist that i long to have! I just cannot get those lovely rounded strokes you do! (More practice needed!) How lovely to see your outside space, i do envy you! Our garden is about the size of a postage stamp - front and back but we do appreciate that we are lucky to have any outside space at all! Thank you for this beautiful tutorial, Diane. Love Mel xx 🍰🌻

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! I know space is at a premium in England, one of the main reasons we uprooted ourselves to France… pluses and minuses!

[@Claudia-i2h]

Pretty cool, thank you for sharing Diane.

[@toniscott1029]

What a great painting!! ❤❤

[@maryrakas4901]

Very nice! I love the colors. Those paint brushes look awesome!

[@randeefoster1876]

Love your rooster. Funny our little senior art group painted rooster today too! Lots of fun!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

That is awesome!

[@mellieanne9387]

You absolutely amaze me with your beautiful art! ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀

[@dawnkieffer6865]

Looking forward to doing a painting like this. It will be good for me to go back to primary colors for a bit. Great filming of your cockerel and kitty at the end! ❤ Thanks for sharing!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Have fun!

[@dawnkieffer6865]

@_DianeAntoneStudio give away?

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

This is spam Dawn, sorry, please ignore it x

[@christownsend9550]

Loved watching you paint this cockerel, he really came to life as you painted him! Also his “kindly eye” , he looks full of character. Thank you for showing us Gabriel at the end, x

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Oh thank you!